1996 Nissan Sentra Owner's Manual - Page 152

CAUTION Do not install a deformed wheel or tire even if it has been repaired. Such wheels or tires could have structural damage and could fail without warning. ● NISSAN recommends waxing the road wheels to protect against road salt in areas where it is used during winter. Spare tire (T-type spare tire) Observe the following precautions if the T-type spare tire must be used, otherwise your vehicle could be damaged or involved in an accident. CAUTION ● The T-type spare tire should be used only for emergency. It should be replaced by the standard tire at the first opportunity. ● Drive carefully while the T-type spare tire is installed. Avoid sharp turns and abrupt braking while driving. ● Periodically check tire inflation pressure, and always keep it at 60 psi (420 kPa, 4.2 bar). ● Do not drive your vehicle at speeds faster than 50 MPH (80 km/h). ● Do not use tire chains on a T-type spare tire. Tire chains will not fit properly on the T-type spare tire and may cause damage to the vehicle. 7-35 ● When driving on roads covered with snow or ice, the T-type spare tire should be used on the rear wheel and the original tire used on the front wheels (drive wheels). Use tire chains only on the front two original tires. ● Tire tread of the T-type spare tire will wear at a faster rate than the original tire. Replace the T-type spare tire as soon as the tread wear indicators appear. ● Because the T-type spare tire is smaller than the original tire, ground clearance is reduced. To avoid damage to the vehicle do not drive over obstacles. Also do not drive the vehicle through an automatic car wash since the smaller tire may get caught in the track. ● Do not use the T-type spare tire on other vehicles. ● Do not use more than one T-type spare tire at the same time. ● Do not tow a trailer while the T-type spare tire is installed. Wheel balance Unbalanced wheels may affect vehicle handling and tire life. Even with regular use, wheels can get out of balance. Therefore, they should be balanced as required. Wheel balance service should be performed with the wheels off the vehicle. Spin balancing the front wheels on the vehicle could lead to transmission damage. Care of wheels ● Wash the wheels when washing the vehicle to maintain their appearance. ● Clean the inner side of the wheels when the wheel is changed or the underside of the vehicle is washed. ● Do not use abrasive cleaners when washing the wheels. ● Inspect wheel rims regularly for dents or corrosion. Such damage may cause loss of pressure or poor seal at the tire bead.